BOOK OF EPHESIANS
PART EIGHT: CHRISTIAN LIVING
READ: EPHESIANS 4:17-32
DEVOTIONAL
EPHESIANS 4:17-32
Jesus is the light of the world. He is the source, and we are the reflectors. Jesus calls us the light of the world. The light of God is greater than the darkness of the world.
Light will prevail over darkness.
The Holy Spirit in us is stronger than sin and demons. God will give you a way out of every temptation. Jesus breaks footholds and sets us free. Let go of guilt and shame in Jesus’ name. Because we are new creations in the Lord, let’s live consistently with our new identity. We shine the light brightly when we speak the truth in love, listen well, and build each other up in our relationship with God. Get rid of all bitterness and resentment.
Honor the Lord with your attitude.
Forgive each other fully. Be gracious and compassionate. This section of Scripture is a perfect playbook for healthy relationships. The Holy Spirit will empower you to live out these verses and be a doer of God’s Word.
Just Choose Hope
HOPE POINT
We are the light of the world, called to shine brightly in dark places.
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
1. How can you break out of the negative patterns of the world? (4:17-18)
2. How does sin want to master us? (4:19)
3. How does Jesus make you new and change your thoughts and attitude? (4:20-24)
4. What relational wisdom stands out to you in this passage? (4:25-28)
5. What steps of repentance and restoration can you take? (4:29-32)
6. Who can you share this Scripture with during the upcoming week?
PRAYER
Father, Your light defeats the darkness. We turn from all sin today. Thank You for giving us a way out of every temptation. We pray for Your restoration in our relationships. We want to love our neighbors with Your love. Thank You, Holy Spirit, for guiding us and convicting us. Search our hearts, Lord. We guard the unity we have as Your family. We will build each other up with our words. We want to grow in our unity, Jesus. We pray in Your name, amen.
